Top 20 VOD films of 2015

2015 will go down in film history as the year when everything changed. Netflix released its first original feature, MUBI began to snap up movies for exclusive distribution, FrightFest launched its own digital label with Icon and, in an industry … Read More

The best TV shows and films on BBC iPlayer (22nd December)

From box sets of old BBC Three favourites to the highlights of last year’s Christmas – and a chance to catch up with Sherlock – BBC iPlayer’s December line-up is as diverse as ever. We review the best bits – … Read More

The Man in the High Castle becomes most-watched Amazon original show

The Man in the High Castle is now the most-watched Amazon original show to date.

The series, based on Philip K. Dick’s novel, has wowed audiences and critics alike, telling the story of an alternate history where World War II … Read More

Amazon Prime Video TV review: Transparent Season 2 (Episodes 6 to 10)

Warning: This contains mild spoilers.

“What is being queer, if it’s not questioning everything?” argues Ali in the second half of Transparent Season 2. “We can make our own rules. Be open and brave.”

Gaby Hoffmann’s daughter has always been … Read More

BT TV becomes first TV service to offer Netflix 4K in the UK

BT TV has become the first TV service in the UK to offer Netflix in 4K.

Ultra HD has fast overtaken 3D as the next big thing for video quality in home entertainment – and streaming services have been quick … Read More

Why you should be watching How to Get Away with Murder

After a positive plethora of legal dramas featuring ‘strong female leads’ vying for your verdict on Netflix, there’s another to add to your list: How to Get Away with Murder, the latest masterwork by talented force of nature Shonda Rhimes. … Read More

VOD film review: Haywire

Gina Carano proves herself a formidable action star in Steven Soderbergh’s stylish, brutal thriller.Read More

Labour criticise Osborne as Netflix pays zero corporation tax in UK

Labour have criticised UK Chancellor George Osborne, as a new report emerges saying that Netflix paid zero corporation tax in the UK last year.

The VOD giant has around 70 million subscribers worldwide, each paying a monthly fee. With 40 … Read More

VOD film review: Mistress America

Greta Gerwig and Lola Kirke shine in Noah Baumbach’s dizzyingly witty comedy.Read More

Catch up TV review: Tripped, First Dates: The Proposal, Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas

We catch up with some of the TV shows and films currently available on free VOD services in the UK. (For BBC TV reviews and round-ups, see our weekly Best on BBC iPlayer column.)

Tripped – All 4

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